Nau mai haere mai, kaimahi hou! Welcome to Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, University of Otago
Congratulations on your new role, and a warm welcome — we’re delighted you’ve chosen to join us at Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, University of Otago.
Being here offers more than the opportunity to build meaningful relationships — you’ll also gain access to professional development and have the chance to contribute to our aspiration of becoming a Te Tiriti-led university.
As you begin your journey with us, we’re excited to share the University’s strategic direction for the years ahead. Our Strategic Plan to 2030, known as Pae Tata, outlines the key goals and priorities that will guide our collective efforts over the next few years.
Pae Tata builds on Vision 2040, which sets out our long-term aspirations and the future we’re working towards. Together, these documents reflect our commitment to excellence, innovation, and meaningful impact — both within Aotearoa New Zealand and globally.
We’re glad to have you on board and look forward to the contributions you’ll make as part of our vibrant and forward-thinking community.
Our vision is to be a research-led University with an international reputation for excellence.
He Whare Wānanga aronui ana ki te rangahau, e rongonui ana i ngā tōpito o te ao i āna tutukinga ikeike
He aha te mea nui o te ao? Māku e kī atu, he tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
What is the most important thing in this world? It is people, it is people, it is people.
